Ziibiwing Calendar

January 2009

January 14
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

January 15
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

January 20
Performance Circle Sign-Up 4:30pm
Sign-up today for this 12-week certification program! Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can
join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr.
Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

January 28
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

January 27
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

January 29
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

January 31
New Changing Exhibit Grand Opening 3:30pm

“The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”

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February 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
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February 3
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 10
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 11
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

February 12
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

February 17
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 21
Collections Showing 10am-3pm
The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians continues with a presentation of clothing and accessories from the Noakes Collection. William Johnson, Ziibiwing Curator, will host a rare glimpse into a private collection from Tom Noakes of Canfield, Ohio. The objects on display will represent the Great Lakes Tribes of the Haudenosaunee/Iroquois, Ho-Chunk/Winnebago, Lenape/Delaware, Menominee, Mesquakie/Fox, Miami, Odawatomi/Potawatomi, Ojibway/Chippewa and Shawnee. These objects have never been viewed by a general audience. Free and open to the public. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

February 24
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

February 25
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

February 26
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

March 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
click here for more information

March 3
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 9-13
Artist-In-Residence Workshop 5:30pm-8pm
The Ziibiwing Center and Exclusive Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. present the first of four Artist-in-Residence programs. This program focuses on Basketry and will be taught by Renee “Wasson” Dillard. There are activities for classroom groups at the Center from 9am – 1pm and week long adult workshops in the evenings from 5:30pm – 8pm. The cost is $25/per person for the adult workshops. Both student and adult programs must be booked in advance. Call (989) 775-4744 for more information. (Click for more info)

March 10
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 11
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

March 12
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

March 17
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 20
Vernal Equinox Anishinabemowin Immersion Cultural Teaching and Feast 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. The theme of the feast is “Years of Songs.” Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

March 24
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

March 25
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

March 26
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

April 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
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April 7
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

April 8
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

April 9
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

April 14
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

April 20
Wild Rice Days (Celebrating Earth Day) 9am-1pm
Teachers call and book today! Open to K-6 grades and limited to 60 students per day. Bring your own brown bag lunch and learn about the history of wild rice, wild rice harvesting, and language teachings. Experience hands-on environmental activities and enjoy wild rice sampling. Admission is $4 per student and $2 per educator. For more information or to make your reservation, contact Stephanie Dombrowski at (989) 775-4744 or email sdomdrowski@sagchip.org.

April 21
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Wild Rice Days (Celebrating Earth Day) 9am-1pm
Teachers call and book today! Open to K-6 grades and limited to 60 students per day. Bring your own brown bag lunch and learn about the history of wild rice, wild rice harvesting, and language teachings. Experience hands-on environmental activities and enjoy wild rice sampling. Admission is $4 per student and $2 per educator. For more information or to make your reservation, contact Stephanie Dombrowski at (989) 775-4744 or email sdomdrowski@sagchip.org.

April 22
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

Wild Rice Days (Celebrating Earth Day) 9am-1pm
Teachers call and book today! Open to K-6 grades and limited to 60 students per day. Bring your own brown bag lunch and learn about the history of wild rice, wild rice harvesting, and language teachings. Experience hands-on environmental activities and enjoy wild rice sampling. Admission is $4 per student and $2 per educator. For more information or to make your reservation, contact Stephanie Dombrowski at (989) 775-4744 or email sdomdrowski@sagchip.org.

April 23
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

April 24
Wild Rice Days (Celebrating Earth Day) 9am-1pm
Teachers call and book today! Open to K-6 grades and limited to 60 students per day. Bring your own brown bag lunch and learn about the history of wild rice, wild rice harvesting, and language teachings. Experience hands-on environmental activities and enjoy wild rice sampling. Admission is $4 per student and $2 per educator. For more information or to make your reservation, contact Stephanie Dombrowski at (989) 775-4744 or email sdomdrowski@sagchip.org.

April 28
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

May 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
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May 12
Performance Circle Graduation 6-7pm
Students will perform dance styles and songs for family and friends at the Broadway Theatre, 216 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. A reception will follow the performance. This event is free and open to the public.

May 13
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

May 14
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

May 16
Collections Showing 10am-3pm
Free and open to the public. Come and view the collection showing of “Wiigwaas (birchbark): Decorative & Utilitarian Objects.” Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

May 27
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

May 28
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

June 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
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June 10
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

June 11
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

June 15-19
Artist-In-Residence Workshop 5:30pm-8pm
The Ziibiwing Center and Exclusive Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. present the second of four Artist-in-Residence programs. This program focuses on Corn Husk Dolls and will be taught by Catherine Nagy Mowry. There are activities for classroom groups at the Center from 9am – 1pm and week long adult workshops in the evenings from 5:30pm – 8pm. The cost is $25/per person for the adult workshops. Both student and adult programs must be booked in advance. Call (989) 775-4744 for more information. (Click for more info)

June 21
Summer Solstice Anishinabemowin Immersion Cultural Teaching and Feast
Summer begins! Join us for the Summer Solstice Teaching & Feast! Enjoy teachings of our beautiful Anishinabe language and translations from fluent speakers. All ages are welcome and a feast will be provided. Call for more information (989) 775-4750.

June 24
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

June 25
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

July 2009

Mondays thru Saturdays 10am – 6pm
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians”
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July 4
American Indian Dance: Men & Women’s Traditional 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Traditional dance is the oldest form of dance for men and women. The men’s traditional dance tells the story of creation, combat, and hunting. The women’s traditional dance honors the connection women share with mother earth. Women traditional dancers are called the “backbone of our nation.” Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

July 8
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

July 9
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

July 11
American Indian Dance: Men’s Grass & Women’s Jingle 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Long ago, men’s grass dancers were responsible for preparing a ceremonial clearing through dance. This form of dance represents the movement of blowing grass. The women’s jingle dress was born from a young Ojibwe woman’s dream to heal her people. There are 365 tin or copper cones attached to the dress that represent each day of the year. Each cone is filled with a prayer, and as the cones “dance” the prayers are released. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

July 18
American Indian Dance: Men’s Fancy Feather & Women’s Fancy Shawl 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. Men’s fancy feather dancers are dressed in two multi-colored feather bustles around their neck and waste. Fancy dancers will amaze you with their high jumps, spins and fancy footwork. Women’s Fancy Shawl, also called the “Butterfly Dance”, began in the mid 20th century. Women are dressed in intricate beadwork and matching shawls that create beauty in motion as these dancers perform dazzling footwork and spins. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

July 22
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

July 23
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

July 25
American Indian Dance: Social and Hoop Dancing 12pm, 2pm & 4pm
Free and open to the public. The Hoop Dance creates and brings to life unique symbols and designs of nature, such as flowers, trees, animals, and birds. This style of dance visually shows our connection with the earth and all living things. Social Dances bring together people from all walks of life. The Two-Step or Rabbit Dance is a dance for couples. The Crow Hop honors the crow and the work it does to keep Mother Earth clean. Inter-Tribal dancing is an opportunity to try the different styles of men or women’s dance. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

August 2009

August 5
NativeFest: Car Bingo 6pm-9pm
Registration begins at 5pm
The Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways is hosting NativeFest, a 3-day celebration of North American Indian Culture. The 4th Annual Indian Car Bingo will be held in the Ziibiwing Parking Lot (Rain or Shine). Only $10 per person – participants will enjoy playing bingo from their car with a chance to WIN fabulous prizes including a cover-all grand prize of $1,000 gift card. Prizes are provided by our Exclusive Sponsor, National City/PNC. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

August 6
NativeFest: Music & Comedy Night 6pm-9pm
The Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways is hosting NativeFest, a 3-day celebration of North American Indian Culture. Help celebrate American Indian Sobriety Month at the Music & Comedy Night event. You’ll laugh to an hour long comedy show and enjoy listening to two hours of live music. The Music & Comedy Night will have FREE food, fun, and family entertainment provided by our Exclusive Sponsor, National City/PNC. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

August 7
NativeFest: Silk Appliqué/ Ribbonwork Collection Showing 10am-3pm
The Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways is hosting NativeFest, a 3-day celebration of North American Indian Culture. The Center concludes the 3-days of events with a Silk Appliqué/ Ribbonwork Collection Showing that will display pieces from the Ziibiwing Center’s permanent collection that compliment the Changing Exhibition, Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians. The Collection Show is FREE and open to the public and provided by our Exclusive Sponsor, National City/PNC. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

August 8
10am – 6pm • FINAL DAY!
Changing Exhibit “The Artistic Expressions of the Great Lakes Indians” closes

August 12
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

August 13
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

August 26
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

August 27
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

September 2009

September 8
Performance Circle Sign-Up 4:30pm
Sign-up now for this 12-week certification program. Ages 3-16, beginner dancers can
join the Jr. Performance Circle and ages 6-16, experienced dancers can join the Sr.
Performance Circle. The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

September 9
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

September 10
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

September 12
Monarch Butterfly Release 1-5pm
Free and open to the public. Take home with you a memorable experience that is fun for the entire family. View a performance (what is sometimes called the “Butterfly Dance”) where women wear brightly colored shawls around their shoulders and dance. Enjoy children’s activities, face painting, door prizes, and more.

September 14-18
Artist-In-Residence Workshop 5:30pm-8pm
The Ziibiwing Center and Exclusive Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. present the third of four Artist-in-Residence programs. This program focuses on Quillwork and will be taught by Mina Toulouse. There are activities for classroom groups at the Center from 9am – 1pm and week long adult workshops in the evenings from 5:30pm – 8pm. The cost is $25/per person for the adult workshops. Both student and adult programs must be booked in advance. Call (989) 775-4744 for more information. (Click here for more info)

September 15
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

September 22
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

Autumn Equinox Anishinabemowin Immersion Cultural Teaching and Feast 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. Fall begins! Celebrate and honor the Ojibwe language and the seasonal change with a day of good food and cultural teachings. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

September 23
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

September 24
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

September 29
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 2009

October 6
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 13
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 14
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

October 15
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

October 20
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 21
Eagle Feather Cleansing 1-6pm
Free and open to the public. Participate with member from the Anishinabe Ogitchedaw Veteran & Warrior Society, Eagle Clan, and Ziibiwing staff in cleaning and honoring the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collection. You may also bring your own personal eagle feathers (or bird feathers) to clean and honor. Some restrictions may apply.

October 22
Eagle Feather Honoring 1-6pm
Free and open to the public. Honor and visit the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collections. A bowl will be available to leave your semaa (tobacco) offering which will be placed in a sacred fire.

October 23
Eagle Feather Honoring 1-6pm
Free and open to the public. Honor and visit the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collections. A bowl will be available to leave your semaa (tobacco) offering which will be placed in a sacred fire.

Eagle Feather Feast 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. Join with members from the Anishinabe Ogitchedaw Veteran & Warrior Society, Eagle Clan, and Ziibiwing staff in feasting with the eagle feathers in the Ziibiwing Collections. You may also bring your own personal eagle feathers (or bird feathers) to the feast. A sacred fire will be lit to place your semaa (tobacco) offerings. Please bring a dish to pass – no poultry or other bird dishes. Some restrictions may apply.

October 27
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

October 28
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

October 29
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

November 2009

November 3
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 6
Spirit Feast 6-8pm
Free and open to the public. Come experience with us the Anishinabe ceremony that honors our ancestors and loved ones that have gone on before us. It is also a healing ceremony for those of us who are still grieving. This is a time to share the special food, photos, and stories of the one(s) who touched your life. Please bring your feast bundles. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.

November 9-13
Artist-In-Residence Workshop
The Ziibiwing Center and Exclusive Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. present the fourth and final Artist-in-Residence program for 2009. This program focuses on Beadwork and will be taught by Dr. Suzanne Cross. There are activities for classroom groups at the Center from 9am – 1pm and week long adult workshops in the evenings from 5:30pm – 8pm. The cost is $25/per person for the adult workshops. Both student and adult programs must be booked in advance. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information. (Click for more info)

November 10
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 12
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

November 14
Collection Showing 10am-3pm

November 17
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 24
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

November 25
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

December 2009

December 1
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

December 5
Anishinabe Santa 10am-5pm
Anishinabe Santa is Coming to Town Again This Year! Santa’s getting his sled all duct-taped together and he’s coming to the Rez this month. Bring the kids to tell Anishinabe Santa their wish lists and get their picture taken with the “Big Guy.”

December 8
Performance Circle Class Juniors 4-5pm and seniors 5-6:30pm
The mission of the Anishinabe Performance Circle is aimed at promoting and enhancing positive self images of Anishinabe children through the use of traditional Anishinabe arts (storytelling, dance, music, and language), and preparing our youth as Anishinabe leaders in a multicultural society.Dare to learn the culture and share it with others.

December 9
Anishinabemowin Club 5-7pm
Learn the language in the Ziibiwing Center’s Immersion Room. All club gatherings include a potluck dinner – please bring a dish to pass.

December 10
Lil’ Language Warriors Club 4-5pm
Bring your 3-6 year olds to Ziibiwing for fun family Ojibwe language activities, games, and songs.

December 12
Anishinabe Santa 10am-5pm
Anishinabe Santa is Coming to Town Again This Year! Santa’s getting his sled all duct-taped together and he’s coming to the Rez this month. Bring the kids to tell Anishinabe Santa their wish lists and get their picture taken with the “Big Guy.”

December 15
Performance Circle Graduation 6-7pm
Free and open to the public. Students will perform dance styles and songs for family and friends at the Broadway Theatre, 216 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. A reception will follow the performance.

December 21
Winter Solstice Feast
Free and open to the public. Join us for the Anishinabemowin Immersion Winter Solstice Teaching & Feast. Enjoy teachings of our beautiful Anishinabe language and translations from fluent speakers. All ages are welcome and a feast will be provided. Call (989) 775-4750 for more information.